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Job Description

Job Description

Our client with Washoe County is looking for a Paralegal!

Under general direction of an attorney, performs a variety of specialized legal assignments

involving the advanced interpretation of laws and legal procedures; and performs related

work as required.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

An associate degree from an accredited college or university in paralegal studies,

completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association, or a

paralegal certification AND two years of full-time experience as a paralegal; OR an

equivalent combination of education and experience.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATES

A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Applicable court rules and procedures.

• Computer software specific to the department/division.

• Terminology, acronyms, and subject matter relative to the assigned area (s).

ABILITY TO:

• Read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations

pertaining to assigned area of focus.

• Compile, organize, analyze, and present a variety of research and information.

• Plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.

• Write and proofread a variety of documents, forms, correspondence, and reports.

• Handle sensitive and/or confidential information with discretion and

professionalism.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Maintain effective working relationships with all those contacted in the course of

work.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist attorneys in case preparation for court hearings, which may be held in person

or via Zoom.

• Present cases in court.

• Compile, analyze, and interpret a variety of case documents such as financial

records, employment records, custody agreements, divorce decrees etc.

• Perform administrative court preparation duties, file exhibits, and enter court orders

as requested.

• Prepare, verify, and review legal documents, forms, correspondence, and reports for

completeness and conformance with established rules, regulations, policies, and

procedures.

• Draft motions, legal briefs, other legal pleadings as assigned by Chief Deputy

District Attorney.

• Prepare exhibits, filings, and appendices in compliance with local court rules.

• Communicate with parties and private counsel as assigned by Chief Deputy District

Attorney

• Evaluate requests for hearings.

• Research legal issues and prepare a summary of findings as assigned by Chief

Deputy District Attorney.

Marathon Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates with E-Verify.

INDC

Company Description

Our company enjoys longstanding stability, having been in business for over 30 years. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive to connect individuals with career opportunities that meet their specific needs.

Company Description

Our company enjoys longstanding stability, having been in business for over 30 years. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strive to connect individuals with career opportunities that meet their specific needs.